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Two Goderich women, one friendship and a shared fight to protect a place they love
From friendship to a shared commitment to protecting one of Huron County’s most loved natural and cultural landscapes, Elizabeth Van Den Broeck and Jennifer Morris are fighting to protect a place they love.
Huron County Pride expands visibility and inclusion across rural communities
As Pride Month approaches, Huron County Pride is preparing for another vibrant season of events aimed at celebrating visibility, inclusion, and connection throughout rural Ontario.
Destination Central Huron Recreation Committee talks accessibility, events and community celebrations
The Central Huron Recreation Committee met recently to review an ambitious slew of community projects and events planned for the spring and summer, with a special focus on accessibility initiatives and local heritage celebrations.
Two Goderich women, one friendship and a shared fight to protect a place they love
From friendship to a shared commitment to protecting one of Huron County’s most loved natural and cultural landscapes, Elizabeth Van Den Broeck and Jennifer Morris are fighting to protect a place they love.
Huron County Pride expands visibility and inclusion across rural communities
As Pride Month approaches, Huron County Pride is preparing for another vibrant season of events aimed at celebrating visibility, inclusion, and connection throughout rural Ontario.
Destination Central Huron Recreation Committee talks accessibility, events and community celebrations
The Central Huron Recreation Committee met recently to review an ambitious slew of community projects and events planned for the spring and summer, with a special focus on accessibility initiatives and local heritage celebrations.
Two Goderich women, one friendship and a shared fight to protect a place they love
From friendship to a shared commitment to protecting one of Huron County’s most loved natural and cultural landscapes, Elizabeth Van Den Broeck and Jennifer Morris are fighting to protect a place they love.
Huron County Pride expands visibility and inclusion across rural communities
As Pride Month approaches, Huron County Pride is preparing for another vibrant season of events aimed at celebrating visibility, inclusion, and connection throughout rural Ontario.
Destination Central Huron Recreation Committee talks accessibility, events and community celebrations
The Central Huron Recreation Committee met recently to review an ambitious slew of community projects and events planned for the spring and summer, with a special focus on accessibility initiatives and local heritage celebrations.
Two Goderich women, one friendship and a shared fight to protect a place they love
From friendship to a shared commitment to protecting one of Huron County’s most loved natural and cultural landscapes, Elizabeth Van Den Broeck and Jennifer Morris are fighting to protect a place they love.
Huron County Pride expands visibility and inclusion across rural communities
As Pride Month approaches, Huron County Pride is preparing for another vibrant season of events aimed at celebrating visibility, inclusion, and connection throughout rural Ontario.
Destination Central Huron Recreation Committee talks accessibility, events and community celebrations
The Central Huron Recreation Committee met recently to review an ambitious slew of community projects and events planned for the spring and summer, with a special focus on accessibility initiatives and local heritage celebrations.
The Story Behind the Poem: “Cerebral Palsy” by Aleah Graff
Aleah Graff and a friend were at a local restaurant. When it came time to order their meals, the server took her friend’s order, then nodded toward Graff as she asked her friend: “And what would she like?” As always, Graff took the high road and politely ignored the unintentional slight. As someone with cerebral palsy, this was not new to her. She says, “My physical disability is quite visible but I am naturally quiet and introverted so it leads people to assume things about
Shelterlink calls for funding stabilization amid youth homelessness challenges
At the May 11 council meeting, Cate Trudeau, Shelterlink executive director, and Cambria Ravenhill, board director, spoke to council to request immediate and medium-term actions to address youth homelessness in Stratford and Perth County.
18U Nationals competed in the Brampton tournament, sputters at home
This past week, the Stratford 18U Nationals experienced highs and lows both on the field and in the weather, winning one of their three games while also suffering a defeat at a rain-shortened tournament in Brampton and Mississauga.
St. Marys firefighters take part in mandatory survival training
On Saturday, the St. Marys Fire Department took part in annual survival training. Captain Greg St. Clair designed the obstacles based on the International Association of Firefighters survival program outline.
Perth County to submit concerns over province’s Bill 98 planning changes
Perth County council has endorsed planning staff’s comments on the province’s latest round of proposed planning and development legislation, raising concerns about the impact Bill 98 could have on local decision-making, rural planning and municipal flexibility.
Thames River Paddling Club installs Wildwood Conservation Area’s second AED
The Thames River Paddling Club (TRPC), in partnership with Andrew’s Legacy, brought another automated external defibrillator (AED) to the Wildwood Conservation Area.
Woodstock Police charge resident with firearms crimes following heavy police presence
A 30-year-old city man faces weapons charges after police received a report of a person in distress on the morning of Monday, May 25.
Oxford County council purchasing Woodstock YMCA for homeless shelter
Oxford County council has approved the purchase of the former Woodstock YMCA property on Dundas Street, with plans to convert the site into a homeless shelter and support centre.
Local reaction to Dundas Street homeless shelter mixed
Lee Griffi, Editor Some Woodstock residents have responded positively to the announcement of a future homeless shelter on Dundas Street in the city, but the opposition has been just as loud. For the owners of Mostly Flowers across the street from the former YMCA, who just purchased the business last August, it raises some flags. Jessica Patterson and Renee Farmer said they had no idea about the plan to purchase the building. Farmer added many homeless people she has met have
Two Goderich women, one friendship and a shared fight to protect a place they love
From friendship to a shared commitment to protecting one of Huron County’s most loved natural and cultural landscapes, Elizabeth Van Den Broeck and Jennifer Morris are fighting to protect a place they love.
Huron County Pride expands visibility and inclusion across rural communities
As Pride Month approaches, Huron County Pride is preparing for another vibrant season of events aimed at celebrating visibility, inclusion, and connection throughout rural Ontario.
Destination Central Huron Recreation Committee talks accessibility, events and community celebrations
The Central Huron Recreation Committee met recently to review an ambitious slew of community projects and events planned for the spring and summer, with a special focus on accessibility initiatives and local heritage celebrations.
Wilmot residents finally get a water win
It will take some time, but staff at the Region of Waterloo will bring a report back to council on what a well-interference committee could look like.
Wilmot Township unveils draft official plan
The first version of the township’s new official plan was presented to councillors at a special meeting last week to mixed reaction.
Wilmot mayor proposes hospital tax for regional residents
“You can pay me now, or you can pay me later.”
Brady and Ontario Green Party leader discuss proposed farmland preservation bill with farmers in Simcoe
Two MPPs who are actively seeking legislation to preserve Ontario’s shrinking prime food land insist that it will protect rural communities and culture, and quash developer speculation in farmland.
Golden Acres Farm’s new artisanal chicken project provides an alternative meat option for Norfolk residents
A third-generation Delhi area farm family is going artisanal this spring – with chickens.
Diseases, crop insurance covered at tobacco board AGM
Tobacco Mosaic Virus was the first virus identified more than a century ago, but it’s still around and causing problems today.
Gratitude for the local farm community highlights Brant County Federation of Agriculture’s 85th anniversary celebration
The 85th anniversary of the Brant County Federation of Agriculture provided an evening of community, conviviality with good food on March 7.
“Farming forms our foundation” says farmer, co-founder of popular Paris brewery
Paris has long had the Paris Fair, but a seventh-generation local family created a new agriculture-themed landmark for this town.
“New Beginnings” is the theme for the Burford Agricultural Society board
One of the most significant “New Beginnings” for the Burford Agricultural Society (BAS) is the change of dates for the Burford Fair.
Ceremony held for Sports Hall of Fame
A 1980s track and field team that competed at the national level, a basketball player, three tennis players, a refereeing chief, and the man who is the town’s connection to the NHL were the latest inductees into the Tillsonburg Sports Hall of Fame.
Taste of Summer promises variety of activities for next Saturday
While Tillsonburg residents usually look forward to the annual Taste of Summer event, there is sure to be extra excitement this year surrounding anything with the word ‘summer’ in it after a bout of cool, wet weather.
Oxford County council purchasing Woodstock YMCA for homeless shelter
Oxford County council approved the purchase of the former Woodstock YMCA property on Dundas Street, with plans to convert the site into a homeless shelter and support centre.
Rain fails to dampen Banfield Art Crawl spirit
Banfield Art Crawl returned this past weekend, braving torrential rain and bringing plenty of colour to an otherwise grey day. With 50 talented artists and creators showcasing and selling their work, the damp weather did little to dampen the spirits of guests, who arrived in raincoats with umbrellas to browse and shop. Organizers say visitors travelled from Toronto, Guelph, Niagara and London to take part in the fourth annual event.
Brant Community Foundation awarded $1.5 million in grants
Brant Community Foundation celebrated the impact of this year’s donors and grant recipients during a reception in Cainsville on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
Garden enthusiasts invited to explore unique local landscapes at annual Tour next weekend
The arrival of the Paris Horticultural Society’s annual Garden Tour is often seen as one of the clearest signs summer is just around the corner and for gardening enthusiasts, it’s a weekend tradition that continues to bloom year after year.
Three vying to be South Huron’s next mayor
One candidate for mayor of South Huron is hoping to keep the job he’s held for two terms. Another is aiming to make a political comeback. A third veteran councillor is attempting to move up to the top spot.
While it is still three months until nominations close and more candidates could be added, South Huron already has a three-way race for mayor.
Municipal nominations are open, and so is your chance to make a difference
With about five months to go Ontario’s 2026 municipal elections, nominations are now open for candidates looking to run to represent their communities across the province.
Tornado and downburst confirmed near Lucan after May 9 storm
A strong thunderstorm on May 9 that made phones across the region buzz with warnings produced a damaging downburst and a tornado in the Lucan area, according to Western University’s Northern Tornadoes Project.
Norfolk to take another shot at BYOA rules
County councillors weren’t quite ready for last call on a staff recommendation regarding bring-your-own-alcohol rules for outdoor events in the municipality.
Instead, they referred a report in the consent agenda back to staff to provide some more information and allow for a more fulsome discussion at the next council-in-committee meeting in
Olivia Mae Graham to perform at CMAO show
“Have boots will travel” is the chorus in Olivia Mae Graham’s song Boots that brought her to the Country Music Association of Ontario (CMAO) awards last year as a nominee for Breakthrough Artist of the Year. Little did she know her boots would be traveling in an upward direction, and the speed she would be going.
There’s always ‘room to grow and improve in cheer’
Alison High, Valley Heights Secondary School principal and cheerleading coach, received special recognition May 6th at the Norfolk Invitational Cheerleading Championship in Waterford.
A long-time cheer coach, High will be retiring this year from her administration position at VHSS, but plans to continue coaching the Bears... at least for one more year.
At 60, SAWP stands the test of time
The Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program in Ontario is so old that some of its inaugural participants may have actually seen the Toronto Maple Leafs win a Stanley Cup.
Rescued Hearts shows the healing power of horses
Like the people on screen, many in the audience knew full well the healing power of equine therapy.
Niagara Seed Project aims to support local seed libraries
Even though he has a relatively small space for his garden, last year Jay Millington was more than happy to see some of his produce overripen.
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